There’s a new resource in town for entrepreneurs! Last week, the MetroBusiness Center launched. The center supports small and mid-size businesses in starting, growing, and succeeding.  It offers guidance, direction, and resources through services including specialized educational opportunities and individualized consulting. There is no cost to use the services of the Center. Learn more here.

And while not new, it might be new to you, the California Capital Women’s Business Center also provides free business start-up and development assistance for small business owners, with a commitment to meet the unique needs of women entrepreneurs and women in business.

Other free business development resources to check out are Capital Corridor SCORE, where volunteers provide education and mentoring to help entrepreneurs create new businesses and small business owners take their existing business to the next level; and the Sacramento Valley SBDC, which provides comprehensive and expert guidance on issues such as start-up basics, financing, business and marketing plan development, exporting, technology advising, procurement and government contracting.

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There’s a lot going on in the next few weeks for entrepreneurs in our region! Check out this week’s Startup Digest for a full listing (plus you can sign up to get the digest weekly in your inbox while you’re there!).

This Week’s Best Bet

The Hero’s Journey | A Conversation with Virgin Galactic CEO Michael Colglazier, Apr 20, 5 PM. Innovator Michael Colglazier will explore the role of the Hero’s Journey for both his company and the experience it provides its astronauts, and will discuss the innovation that drives the technology to deliver on Virgin Galactic’s vision as the world’s first commercial spaceline. In person at UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center.

Plan Ahead

Startup Happy Hour Spring Social, Apr 26, 5 PM. Mingle with other entrepreneurs and startup founders at a casual Happy Hour Social in an outdoor setting at Drake’s BARN in West Sacramento. Isn’t it about time to have an opportunity to connect with your Startup Community in the flesh? In person in West Sac

Mentor Sacramento Sprint, May 4, Noon. Mentor Speed Dating! During Mentor Sacramento Sprint, entrepreneurs have the opportunity to meet with three mentors in 15-minute private sessions on Zoom. You must sign up by May 2 to participate. Online

Looking Ahead to May

Capital Region Small Business Week, May 2-7. This week is a time for entrepreneurs and business owners to learn the skills and make the connections that will drive them towards the future they’re envisioning. It is a time to celebrate all the work it takes to build a successful business. This week is dedicated to small businesses and what they mean for our local economy. In person and Online

Davis Discovery Days Summit, May 9-13. This week of research and innovation focused events will engage expert innovators, researchers, investors, producers and manufacturers who are committed to advancing long-term solutions for challenges at the intersection of food and health. In person

Connect

Looking to connect with other entrepreneurs? Join the StartupSac Community Facebook Group! Startup founders and those who support the growth of our startup community connect and exchange ideas in this private moderated group.

Looking for an advisor? Mentor Sacramento is a great place to connect with an experienced advisor who through their experience, can help you advance your business. It’s free to participate. Check it out here.